Deputy Senior Childcare Worker - Flying ; Temporary

Deputy Senior Childcare Worker - Flying Start (Temporary)

Employer:

Bridgend County Borough Council

Location:

Bridgend, CF31 4WB

Pay:

£25,780 to £26,620 per year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

08/02/2026

35 hours per week Temporary until 31st March 2026, with extension possible subject to continued funding.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children?

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Childcare Worker to join our Flying Start team, supporting children aged 2-3 years old to give them the best start in life.

Enjoy the benefits of working term-time, offering a fantastic work-life balance.

Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.

Be part of a supportive, professional team committed to delivering high-quality early years education.

Work closely with a range of professionals through multi‑agency partnerships, ensuring children and families receive the best possible support.

Continuous opportunities for professional development and training.

What we're looking for:

• Someone who has a genuine passion for working with young children.
• A caring, motivated, and reliable individual who is committed to supporting children's development.
• Experience or understanding of multi‑agency working to support families holistically.
• Will hold a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification ideally be working towards a level 4 leadership and management qualification as set out in the Social Care Wales qualification Framework for Flying Start. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-framework
• This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a rewarding, community-focused service that helps give children the best possible start in life.

The position is based in our Sarn setting and the hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8-3:30pm, during term time only.

Apply today and help us shape the future for our youngest learners. For more information or to apply, please contact Rowena Lee on  The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 21 January 2026 Shortlisting Date: 23 January 2026 Interview Date: 02 February 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

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